SCPro™ Level One: Cornerstones of Supply Chain Management

SCPro™ Level One is the only industry certification that covers the comprehensive supply chain, from end-to-end, and requires candidates to demonstrate their knowledge of the eight Cornerstones of Supply Chain Management via a multiple-choice exam.

Professionals with an SCPro™ Level One designation demonstrate a solid foundation of knowledge in all the functions of supply chain management. Achieving SCPro™ Certification distinguishes candidates from their peers as supply chain experts with the breadth of knowledge to positively impact an organization. This introductory designation also demonstrates a clear commitment to growing one's supply chain expertise.

Exam Highlights

Content Overview

There are 20 questions for each of the eight content areas (i.e., Learning Blocks) below with a focus on topics such as concepts, processes, strategies, technology, global, and assessment:

If you feel that you meet either of the above requirements, proceed in filling out an application for eligibility and pay the application fee listed below. The fee for the application is waived for CSCMP members. Non-members will pay a fee of $50.

Preparing for the Exam

The method of preparation and amount of time spent preparing for the exam is typically driven by a candidate’s preferred learning style, level of professional experience, and/or academic background.

Based on the comprehensive content covered on the exam, SCPro™ Level One certificants recommend dedicating six to eight weeks of time preparing for the exam.

Schedule time to prepare for the exam.

Form study groups with other candidates who are preparing for the exam.

Shadow experts who have responsibilities in different areas of supply chain management. Use study materials made available by CSCMP.

Although completion of the following is not required to sit for the SCPro™ certification exam, CSCMP makes available the following Certification Reference Materials to help candidates prepare for the exam.

Renewal Requirements

Once you have passed your SCPro™ Level One Certification exam, to maintain your certified status and to demonstrate your ongoing commitment to remain current in supply chain management, renewal of your SCPro™ certification is required every three years.

Since 1963, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) has been providing networking, career development, and educational opportunities to the logistics and supply chain management community.